Key Account Manager - Packaging Materials

Shanghai Permanent RMB550,000 - RMB650,000 per year View Job Description
We are partnering with a global specialty materials company to identify a Key Account Manager responsible for driving growth across strategic packaging accounts in China.
  • To develop career path in a thriving global platform
  • To lead a strong and fast-growing business

About Our Client

The company develops sustainable and high-performance materials used in packaging, industrial coatings, printing technologies, and advanced material applications. Its solutions are broadly utilised across paper, film, foil, flexible packaging, labels, and converting processes.

Job Description

    • Manage and grow key accounts within the packaging sector
    • Identify, qualify, and convert new business opportunities into commercial projects
    • Build long-term customer relationships and develop strategic account plans
    • Collaborate closely with technical, marketing, and product teams to support product commercialisation
    • Lead the sales process from opportunity identification through project implementation
    • Monitor market developments, competitive activities, and customer trends
    • Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, and customer meetings



The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Packaging, or a related technical discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in specialty chemicals, coatings, packaging materials, or related industries
  • Strong understanding of paper, film, foil, and converting applications
  • Experience selling value-added materials and managing project-based sales cycles
  • Established network within packaging converters, brand owners, or packaging supply chains
  • Fluent communication skills in both Mandarin and English
  • Willingness to travel regularly for customer engagement

What's on Offer

    • International business platform with established operations across Asia
    • Exposure to well-known brand owners and packaging industry customers
    • Portfolio of differentiated specialty materials with strong technical value propositions
    • Opportunity to work closely with innovation and product development teams
    • Competitive total rewards package and clear career development opportunities



Contact
Kino Jiang
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7082054
Phone number
+8621 6026 8040

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
Sales Manager/Director/VP
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kino Jiang
Consultant phone
+8621 6026 8040
Job Reference
JN-082026-7082054

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